
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Amherst Neighborhood of Denver, CO from $800 (50 Rentals)
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11509 Ogden St

11509 Ogden St

13005 Lowell Ct

900 E 112th Pl, Unit 1

11509 Ogden St

11000 Larry Dr

10970 Kendall Way

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11680 Lincoln St, Unit Basement Apartment, Unit Basement Apartment

1094 E 17th Ave
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1094 E 17th Ave

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Vega

13935 Dogleg Ln

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Westbury Apartments

Oslo

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Aspen Park Apartments

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Webster Lake Apartments

Highland Way Apartments

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Reserve at Northglenn

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Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments
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Ten 30 & Ten 49 Apartments

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Ironwood at the Ranch

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Heritage at Stone Mountain

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Haven 124 at Eastlake Station

Hawthorne Hill

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Arbour Square

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Town Centre Senior Apartments

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Skyview Apartment Homes

12103 N Melody Dr, Unit 16-304

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Curate at Orchard Town Center
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Keystone

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Village at Thorncreek

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Canyon Chase

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Carrick Bend

Marquis at Town Centre

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Parkhouse Apartment Homes

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Red Hawk Ranch

Promenade at Hunters Glen

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The Tenzing

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Arbour Commons
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Grant Row Lofts

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The Brodie

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Canyon Reserve at the Ranch

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Alexan 505

Broomfield Greens

Ten 49

Greens of Northglenn

12173 Melody Dr

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,781 | $1,299 | $2,239 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $820 | $4,932 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,134 | $1,283 | $5,828 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $1,663 | $10,000+ |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $2,740 | $2,740 |
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Amherst area of Denver, CO is a 1 Bed unit found at Vega priced from $1,050. Westbury Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,159. Here are the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent in Denver, CO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vega | Atlas | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Westbury Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,159 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | River Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1,233 |
| Webster Lake Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Highland Way Apartments | 1 bedroom with in-unit W/D for only $1,249/month! | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Karl's Farm Affordable Senior Apartments | Mesquite | 1BR,1BA | $1,266 |
| Ten 30 & Ten 49 Apartments | Antero | 2BR,1BA | $1,283 |
| Ironwood at the Ranch | A2 1x1 Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Oslo | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR,2BA | $1,378 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, CO
As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $0.56 price per square foot 11680 Lincoln St Model at 11680 Lincoln St, Unit Basement Apartment in the in the Eastlake neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the C1 Model at Promenade at Hunters Glen starting at $2,359 with a $1.96 price per square foot in the Eastlake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11680 Lincoln St, Unit Basement Apartment | 11680 Lincoln St | 1BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| Promenade at Hunters Glen | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| Reserve at Northglenn | Keystone | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Willow Run Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Echo Ridge at North Hills | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Oslo | 2BD, 1BTH | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Hawthorne Hill | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Heritage at Stone Mountain | The Winter Park | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Aspen Park Apartments | Candlewood | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Westbury Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
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Best Local Schools in Amherst, Denver, CO
Legacy High School
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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Denver, Colorado. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Amherst?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Amherst is under $1,378.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Amherst?
The cheapest apartment in Amherst is Vega which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Amherst costs $2,961.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Amherst?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 34 regular apartments in Amherst that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Amherst?
Cheap apartments in Amherst have an average cost of $131 which is $2,830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Amherst.
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